🐋Authorization Notice for Incidental Take of Marine Mammals in GOM
Taking and Importing Marine Mammals; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Geophysical Surveys Related to Oil and Gas Activities in the Gulf of Mexico
Summary
In accordance with the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), as amended, its implementing regulations, and NMFS' MMPA Regulations for Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Geophysical Surveys Related to Oil and Gas Activities in the Gulf of Mexico (GOM), notification is hereby given that a Letter of Authorization (LOA) has been issued to Viridien for the take of marine mammals incidental to geophysical survey activity in the GOM.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The text outlines regulatory requirements for business owners involved in the oil and gas industry in relation to marine mammal protection. Specifically, it mentions a Letter of Authorization (LOA) issued for incidental marine mammal take, which business owners need to comply with to operate legally in the Gulf of Mexico. The effective dates and adherence to environmental regulations impact operational planning and potential liabilities.